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| Financial Freedom to Travel the World, with Lindsey Nubern From Nuventure Travels | 23 Feb 2021 | 01:06:38 | |
Lindsey Nubern is probably one of the nicest and most adventurous souls you'll ever meet. Together with her husband Adam, she has traveled to multiple countries all over the world backpacking and campervanning and they have a very popular blog that’s full of awesome travel tips and gear recommendations. Lindsey also recently wrote a book called 501 Questions: A Travel Game, which is full of funny and thought-provoking questions designed to help you and your family connect during those long journeys.
Links from the Episode: 501 Questions: A Travel Game Book Our Experience Buying and Selling a Campervan in New Zealand Book Putih the Traveling Pelican Book
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| Restore Hetch Hetchy in Yosemite National Park, with Spreck Rosekrans | 02 Feb 2021 | 01:02:03 | |
Hetch Hetchy Valley in Yosemite National Park was described by John Muir as “one of nature’s rarest and most precious mountain temples" and was once considered one of the most unique and diverse ecosystems in the world. However, in 1913 the city of San Francisco won Congressional approval to dam and flood Hetch Hetchy, thus burying this extraordinary valley under 300 feet of water. Spreck Rosekrans is the Executive Director at Restore Hetch Hetchy and is leading the fight to bring back what was once lost.
Links from the Episode: Restore Hetch Hetchy’s Instagram Restore Hetch Hetchy’s Plan for Restoration President Theodore Roosevelt in Yosemite National Park The National Parks: America’s Best Idea Series Glines Canyon Dam Removal in Olympic National Park National Parks - The Great Disaster
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| The Last Best Place, with Jordan & Logan Lefler | 01 Dec 2020 | 00:50:46 | |
Jordan & Logan Lefler are two brothers who grew up in the heart of the Mission Mountains in Northwest Montana. On this episode, we talk about their favorite photography gear, some of their best tips for both aspiring photographers and fishermen and why they continually make the outdoors a big part of their lives. Listening to the Lefler brothers will leave you inspired to get outside and breath in some fresh air and you’ll also learn about why Montanans call their home state “The Last Best Place.”
Links from the Episode: Orvis Clearwater 6-Weight 9’ Fly Rod
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| Outdoor Dream Jobs, with Ali Carr and Jenna Celmer | 24 Nov 2020 | 00:50:35 | |
Ali Carr and Jenna Celmer are the hosts of the Outdoor Dream Jobs Podcast as well as the creators of the very popular and resourceful Facebook Group, Basecamp Outdoors. On our chat today, we talk about their personal backgrounds and how they were drawn to a life outdoors. We also discuss how they came to be the founders of Basecamp Outdoors, how it’s grown and what the best way to utilize it is for people looking for work outside the typical 9 to 5.
Links from the Episode: Basecamp Outdoors Facebook Group Links from the Host: Adventures in National Parks, Forests & Wild Places Facebook Group | |||
| Fighting Monks and Burning Mountains, with Paul Barach | 17 Nov 2020 | 01:05:04 | |
Paul Barach has done some pretty incredible things in his life, to include backpacking across Europe, backpacking the Pacific Crest Trail, teaching English in South Korea, running marathons, biking across the United States and he’s also a black belt in karate. He's also one of the few people to have completed the 750 mile Shikoku pilgrimage trail in Japan, which he wrote about in his book Fighting Monks and Burning Mountains and is the story he vividly recounts on today's episode.
Links from the Episode: Fighting Monks and Burning Mountains Book Paul’s Favorite Mid-Weight Jacket
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| Mental Health and Equality in the Outdoors, with Alexandra Lev | 10 Nov 2020 | 01:06:40 | |
Alexandra Lev loves to travel, ski volcanoes and is also a big advocate for some important, yet often overlooked aspects to getting outdoors: mental health, privilege, race, inclusion and gender equality. On this episode, Alexandra talks about her experiences relating to some of these topics and shares how we can all do better to make the great outdoors more accessible to all.
Links from the Episode: Race and Privilege in the Outdoors Article To Father From Daughter Article
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| Rugged Conservation, with Adventure Photographer Alex Haraus | 03 Nov 2020 | 00:59:11 | |
Alex Haraus is a full-time outdoor photographer, who initially grew up finding adventure in Chicago. After discovering “roof topping” and urban exploration, he eventually traveled west and worked with organizations such as Americorps to take part in backcountry trail building. But Alex’s real passion is ‘Rugged Conservation,’ which is basically using adventure photography as a hook to teach others about climate change and conservation by encouraging them to develop their own relationship with nature.
Links from the Episode: Alex’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattspencer94/ Alex’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/alexharaus AmeriCorps: https://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps Texas A&M Job Board: https://wfscjobs.tamu.edu/job-board/ American Bear Association: https://www.americanbear.org Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary: https://goo.gl/maps/Qr3K7Ztdgm3wsXs46 Canon EOS 6D Mark II Camera: https://www.amazon.com/Canon-Mark-Digital-Camera-Body/dp/B072MZCJKN
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| How to Conquer Your Fears and Fight Imposter Syndrome, with Matt Spencer | 27 Oct 2020 | 01:29:55 | |
Matt Spencer is living a life full of adventure. On this episode we chat about how he got into river guiding, first in Colorado and then in Africa on the Zambezi River (even though he was initially scared of water) and then talk about his other adventures in the developing world, working for Americorps and moving to New Zealand. We also have a conversation on dams and whether or not they belong on certain rivers that once ran wild and discuss how people can overcome imposter syndrome in the outdoors.
Links from the Episode: Matt’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattspencer94/ Down River, A Novel: https://www.amazon.com/Down-River-Novel-John-Hart/dp/0312677383 Cadillac Desert: https://www.amazon.com/Cadillac-Desert-American-Disappearing-Revised/dp/0140178244 Zambezi River: https://www.zambiatourism.com/destinations/rivers/zambezi/ Victoria Falls: https://www.zambiatourism.com/destinations/waterfalls/victoria-falls/ Batoka Gorge Dam Project: https://www.zambezi.com/blog/2017/batoka-dam-update/
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| Searching for Answers, with Wild Thing Podcast Host Laura Krantz | 20 Oct 2020 | 00:41:02 | |
Laura Krantz is the creator and host of Wild Thing, a podcast about the relationship between science and society and all the strange and unusual happenings that capture our imaginations. On this episode, Laura talks about the behind the scenes of producing her podcast and we dive deep into why she decided to research Bigfoot and extraterrestrial life in the first place. We also talk about her craziest moment from recording Wild Thing and what searching for Sasquatch and aliens has taught her about herself.
Links from the Episode: Laura’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krantzlm/ Laura’s Website: https://www.laura-krantz.com Wild Thing Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wild-thing/id1434465245 FOXTOPUSink: https://www.foxtopus.ink
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| How Early Intervention Led to a Life Outdoors, with NASA Director Justin Pane | 13 Oct 2020 | 01:06:57 | |
Justin Pane is currently the Director of the Multi-Mission Operations Center at NASA Ames and in his free time, lives a life synonymous with adventure. On this episode, we talk about how a court-mandated outdoor retreat at 18 ultimately changed Justin's life for the better - one that includes his love of adventure, mountain biking, being a new father and discovering things bigger than ourselves from the outdoors. Justin also shares some NASA insight and his thoughts about life on other planets.
Links from the Episode: Justin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redbeardpane/?hl=en School of Urban & Wilderness Survival (Carolinas): https://www.suwscarolinas.com Santa Cruz Bicycles: https://www.santacruzbicycles.com/en-US Stealth Mode 4x4 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gzQWcw4Olk Stealth Mode - Storyteller Overland: https://storytelleroverland.com/stealth-mode-4x4-2/ Cape-Epic: https://www.cape-epic.com Keplar Mission Overview: https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/kepler/overview/index.html NASA Finds Another Habitable-Zone World: https://www.nasa.gov/feature/goddard/2020/nasa-planet-hunter-finds-its-1st-earth-size-habitable-zone-world
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| Adversity Is ALWAYS Worth It, with National Geographic Photographer Jody MacDonald | 06 Oct 2020 | 01:00:47 | |
Jody MacDonald is a world-renowned professional photographer and an incredible advocate for the outdoors. On this episode, we talk about some of her crazy adventures, from swimming with sharks to sailing around the world for 10 years, but really this episode is all about adventure photography and conquering your fears. Fear to live outside your comfort zone, fear to go on extreme adventures and fear of being a freelance creator in a society that pre-dominantly encourages you to work a nine to five.
Links from the Episode: Jody’s Website: https://jodymacdonaldprints.com Jody’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodymacdonaldphoto The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jordan-b-peterson-podcast/id1184022695
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| The Outbound Collective, with Kyle Frost | 29 Sep 2020 | 00:59:34 | |
Kyle Frost is naturally an adventurous guy, who also happens to be the Creative Director for The Outbound Collective - one of the best online resources for discovering activities in the great outdoors. On this episode, we sit down with Kyle to hear his personal story of how he discovered his love for mother nature at a young age, then how he joined the team at The Outbound Collective and how to best utilize this platform to plan your next adventure.
Links from the Episode: The Outbound Collective: https://www.theoutbound.com Kyle’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylefrost/?hl=en Kyle’s Website: http://www.kylefrost.com Northover Ridge Loop: https://www.theoutbound.com/canada/hiking/backpack-the-northover-ridge-loop Hipcamp: https://www.hipcamp.com Hike South Araphaho Peak: https://www.theoutbound.com/colorado/hiking/hike-south-araphaho-peak Hike the Araphaho Traverse: https://www.theoutbound.com/colorado/hiking/hike-the-arapaho-traverse Crosscut Pizzeria & Taphouse: https://www.crosscutpizza.com Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody: https://www.amazon.com/Arcteryx-Atom-LT-Hoody-Mens/dp/B01NB27TIM Wanaka, New Zealand: https://www.newzealand.com/us/lake-wanaka/
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| YouTube Live, Anyone? | 26 Jan 2021 | 00:06:30 | |
Quick episode where I tell you my plans for incorporating YouTube live videos into the podcast ;)
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| Skydiving & Wingsuit Flying 101, with Nikko Mamallo | 22 Sep 2020 | 01:03:58 | |
Nikko Mamallo is the kind of guy who jumps out of perfectly good airplanes... for fun. And he's not just a skydiver, but a fully certified wingsuit coach and AFF instructor. On this episode we talk about how one can get involved in the sport, what the process looks like to go through AFF and get your license and even how to advance to wingsuit flying. As you'll hear from Nikko's story, skydiving and the thrill of adventure have forever changed his life.
Links from the Episode: Nikko’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkomamallo/ Red Bull Athlete Andy Farrington: https://www.redbull.com/us-en/athlete/andy-farrington Skydive Kapowsin: https://skydivekapowsin.com Cutaway Movie: https://www.amazon.com/Cutaway-Tom-Berenger/dp/B00005OW05 Squirrel Suits: https://squirrel.ws
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| Behind the Lens, with National Geographic Photographer Taylor Glenn | 16 Sep 2020 | 01:14:25 | |
Taylor Glenn is a world-class adventure and outdoor photographer based in the American West. On this episode, we dive deep on landscape and wildlife photography and talk about some of his favorite memories he’s had on the job, including a personal request from Jimmy Chin for a very special opportunity. Taylor also discusses his biggest challenge for getting that perfect shot in the outdoors and his best advice for those who want to pursue their dreams, even if it means leaving everything behind to do so.
Links from the Episode: Taylor’s Website: https://www.taylorglenn.photography Taylor’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorglenn/ Aperture West: https://aperturewest.com Jimmy Chin’s Masterclass: https://www.masterclass.com/classes/jimmy-chin-teaches-adventure-photography Nikon Cameras: https://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/index.htm
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| Success in Chaos via Extreme Adventure, with Richard Bowles | 08 Sep 2020 | 01:51:24 | |
Richard Bowles is an adventure badass. On this episode, we talk all about his extreme adventures (including running around an exploding volcano) and also living on the streets of India on only $3/day. He even tells the story of “that time a guy put a shotgun in my face while on a trail run…” Rich then uses these experiences to professionally speak on stage to major corporations around the world and relates his adventures in the outdoors to everyday fears. This is certainly an episode you don't want to miss!
Links from the Episode: Richard’s Website: https://www.richardbowles.com.au Richard’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventure.alchemy/ Living on $3 a day in India as a Rickshaw Wallah: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUUM66Zak4Q The Marathon Monks of Mount Hiei in Japan: https://trailrunnermag.com/people/culture/the-marathon-monks-of-mount-hiei.html Running Around an Exploding Volcano: https://sourcetacticalgear.com/richard-bowles-escapes-sumatran-volcano-eruption/ Australia’s Bicentennial National Trail: https://www.bicentennialnationaltrail.com.au
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| 3,000 Mile Coast to Coast Road Trip, with Rob and Elly Roy | 01 Sep 2020 | 00:57:31 | |
On this episode, Rob and his beautiful bride Elly sit down to discuss their recent move across the United States in their Sportsmobile Camper Van. They discuss some of the National Parks they visited and include their favorite locations discovered along the way.
Links from the Episode: Elly's Favorite Hiking Boots: https://www.amazon.com/Sportiva-Mens-Nucleo-High-Hiking/dp/B07BVYG66L?th=1 Rob's Favorite Camping Chairs: https://www.amazon.com/GCI-Roadtrip-Rocking-Outdoor-Mercury/dp/B07QCHJJ3C/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=gci%2Broadtrip%2Brocker&qid=1598934237&sr=8-3&th=1
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| State of the Podcast | Summer 2020 | 16 Jun 2020 | 00:13:19 | |
Short and sweet episode where Rob talks about the current state of the podcast and the content to be released over the coming weeks. Regular production of full-length episodes featuring more awesome guests will resume August 2020.
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| Professional Skier, Backpacking Guide and Mountain Athlete: Amy David | 10 Jun 2020 | 02:06:48 | |
Amy David is a world-class mountain athlete, outdoor producer, professional skier and backpacking guide. On this episode, we talk all about her impressive skiing career (and one scary accident), her general passion for the mountains and talk all about the science of how humans experience wild places. And when the snow melts, she loves to help women get outside by working as a professional backpacking guide. Amy is an incredible ambassador for the outdoors and is the real deal when it comes to big adventure.
Links from the Episode: Action Inspired Adventure Youtube Mycelial Minds: Coming Soon Ski Utah: The Wild Women of the Wasatch Teton Gravity Research Article
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| Award-Winning Adventure and Conservation Writer: Emily Stifler Wolfe | 02 Jun 2020 | 00:54:04 | |
Emily Stifler Wolfe is an award-winning freelance writer specializing in outdoor adventure and conservation. Her writings have been featured multiple times in Outside, Sierra, Esquire, Mountain Outlaw, Big Sky Journal, Powder and Backpacker magazines and REI’s Co-Op Journal. She’s also interviewed a former CEO of Patagonia, Kristine Tompkins and the founder of Patagonia, Yvon Chouinard. We talk all about her writing career, why she lives in a mountain town and how she continually gets her family outside.
Links from the episode: Kristine Tompkins, former CEO of Patagonia
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| Chasing Everyday Adventures, with Joseph Fowler | 26 May 2020 | 01:14:50 | |
Joseph Fowler is on a mission to be a great dad and raise his kids to respect and appreciate the outdoors. Growing up, he wasn’t really exposed to adventure and the outdoors, but that all quickly changed one summer when he went on to work for the National Park Service one summer after college, on the other side of the country. He recently launched a personal blog called “Chasing Everyday Adventures,” with the hope that you’ll find some insight and discover inspiration to take some adventures of your own.
Links from the episode: Oregon Caves National Monument Brown County Stat Park, Indiana
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| Storyteller Overland: Live Free, Explore Endlessly and Tell Better Stories, with CEO Jeffrey Hunter | 19 May 2020 | 01:27:58 | |
On this episode I sit down with the CEO of Storyteller Overland, Jeffry Hunter. What’s unique about their brand is that they don’t make custom vans, but they have one unique layout for their vans and they make it EXTREMELY well. We start off with Jeffrey’s story and how he started the company and then talk all about their flagship van, the Mode 4x4. You'll discover that it's the people that make it such an incredible company and learn why their motto is to “Live Free, Explore Endlessly and Tell Better Stories.”
Links from the episode:
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| Thru-Hiking 2,200 Miles on the Appalachian Trail, with Ben Carpenter | 12 May 2020 | 01:06:17 | |
Have you ever wanted to put your entire life on pause, so you could start really living? Well that’s exactly what Ben Carpenter did when he spent five months of his life thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail. On this episode, we talk all about hiking the AT, from going over the basics and essential gear, to how he did it, what his favorite and least favorite parts were and what a typical day looks like. He even shared some awesome thru-hiking lingo, such as what “vitamin I’ is, what a “tramly” is, the “hiker hobble” and of course, “trail magic.” After we finished the episode, he started to tell me an incredible bear story from a time when he was in Yosemite National Park. I’m so glad I hit record to capture it and add it to this episode; you’re not going to want to miss it!
Links from the episode: Bonus: 21 Appalachian Trail Statistics That Will Surprise, Entertain and Inform You
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| Hiking Thousands of Miles on the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail and Continental Divide Trail, with Ryan “Constantine” Bunting | 20 Jan 2021 | 01:14:06 | |
Ryan Bunting (trail name, Constantine) is a professional thru-hiker who has hiked over a dozen long-distance trails from start to finish, including the Pacific Crest Trail, the Appalachian Trail and the Continental Divide Trail… just to name a few. Ryan shares why he's made thru-hiking such a big part of his life and goes into great detail about the friendships formed within the thru-hiking community, how he’s able to afford spending months away from home and the hardest moment he’s overcome ‘on trail.’
Links from the Episode: Ryan on the Continental Divide Trail Ryan on the Pacific Crest Trail Ryan on the Oregon Coast Trail Ryan on the Pacific Northwest Trail Ryan on the Great Divide Trail Ryan on the Vancouver Island Trail Ryan on the Natchez Trace Trail
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| Photographer of Wild Places and Wild Animals: Deirdre Denali | 05 May 2020 | 00:41:13 | |
Deirdre Denali lives in the San Juan mountains of southwest Colorado and is a professional photographer of anything that is wild. On this episode, she goes into detail about her extensive animal tracking experience and the scary encounter she recently had with a mountain lion. We also talked about some of her extensive backpacking trips, landscape photography and conservation and her overall adventure lifestyle that she experiences by living very close to the backcountry of the American Southwest.
Links from the episode: Deirdre’s Website: https://www.deirdredenaliphotography.com Deirdre’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Deirdredenaliphotography Leave No Trace: https://lnt.org
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| Acadia National Park 101, with Rob Suminsby | 28 Apr 2020 | 01:01:26 | |
Rob Suminsby quite literally grew up in Acadia National Park. On this episode, we hear all about Acadia and Rob shares some of his favorite spots on the island, the history of the park and insider information that only locals know. We then switch gears and go into some of his recent adventures that he’s taken in his 50s and talk all about outdoor mindset. Rob lives by the motto that your age is just a number and not a limiting factor for getting outside and taking more adventures.
Links from the episode: Acadia National Park: https://www.nps.gov/acad Suminsby Park: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Suminsby-Park/137152383125221 Cadillac Mountain: https://acadiamagic.com/CadillacMountain.html Hunter’s Beach: https://acadiamagic.com/little-hunters-beach.html Bald Peak Trail: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/maine/bald-peak-trail Bar Harbor, ME: https://www.visitbarharbor.com
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| Outdoor Empowerment Coach and Hiking Guide: Jenny Kotlyar from Campsite Vibes | 21 Apr 2020 | 00:56:08 | |
Jenny Kotlyar is the creator of the Campsite Vibes Blog and her mission is to serve as hiking guide for those looking to get more involved in the outdoors. On this episode we talk all about her story with discovering the outdoors, hiking Mount Whitney, what ultimately led her to create the blog and what Campsite Vibes has meant for those its impacted. She is also a self-made expert on obtaining outdoor permits and shares several lessons learned and pro tips from her experiences in the backcountry.
Links from the episode: Campsite Vibes: https://www.campsitevibes.com Jenny’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jen.outdoors/
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| Explore Van X: The Word’s Best Van Life Resource, with Kate Kimball | 14 Apr 2020 | 01:05:21 | |
Kate Kimball is the Director of Branding and Communication for Explore Van X. Van X is the internet's best resource for any van building, van living or van life question you may have. They have a team of adventurous people who are dedicated to scouring the internet to compile all the best van resources and bring everything together on their website, for YOU. This is a great episode for any one that is interested in learning more about Van Life.
Links from the episode: Explore Van X Website: https://explorevanx.com Explore Van X Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explorevanx/?hl=en Winnebago: https://winnebago.com Storyteller Overland: https://storytelleroverland.com Sporstmobile: https://sportsmobile.com Outside Van: https://www.outsidevan.com Aluminess: https://www.aluminess.com
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| Visiting All 62 National Parks, with Matt and Karen Smith | 07 Apr 2020 | 01:24:01 | |
Matt and Karen weren’t always associated with National Parks. It wasn’t until they experienced a series of sudden and tragic events in their lives that they decided that it was now or never to go on the adventure of a lifetime. So they set out to visit all 59 National Parks in two years, something that very few have ever done. Since then, they have been to the additional three that have been added to the National Park system. Their lives have been forever impacted by the beauty of our nation’s public lands and they have become stewards for the protection and preservation of these magnificent spaces, authoring the “Dear Bob and Sue” book series on their adventures through the National Parks system. If you love National Parks and a few good laughs, then you’ll absolutely love this episode!
Links from the episode: Elwha River Restoration - Olympic National Park: https://www.nps.gov/olym/learn/nature/elwha-ecosystem-restoration.htm Brooks Falls Bearcam - Katmai National Park: https://www.nps.gov/katm/learn/photosmultimedia/brown-bear-salmon-cam-brooks-falls.htm Bumpass Hell Trail - Lassen Volcano National Park: https://www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/hiking_bumpass_hell.htm Chilkoot Trail - Klondike Gold Rush, Alaska: https://www.nps.gov/klgo/planyourvisit/chilkoottrail.htm Dear Bob & Sue: https://www.dearbobandsue.com Dear Bob & Sue Podcast: https://thedearbobandsuepodcast.com Dear Bob & Sue Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0985358157/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dbs1-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0985358157&linkId=73c9337710e7915a5d9804fd8f8d8be3
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| For The Love of Parks, with Joy Kacoroski | 31 Mar 2020 | 00:55:20 | |
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Joy always dreamed of becoming a park ranger. She currently works at one of Washington’s busiest state parks and always has a smiling face when answering visitor's questions. Throughout the year, she leads guided hikes, coordinates special events and develops several park-run programs. On this episode, we talk about her love for the outdoors, how others can help protect our natural spaces and the typical career path to becoming a full-time park ranger.
Washington Trails Association: https://www.wta.org Student Conservation Association: https://www.thesca.org/# Mountains to Sound Greenway: https://mtsgreenway.org Washington State Parks: https://www.parks.wa.gov Zion National Park: https://www.nps.gov/zion/index.htm
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| Getting Outdoors During COVID-19 | 24 Mar 2020 | 00:16:53 | |
On this episode, I sit down with my wife Elly to talk about what Coronavirus means for our family and how we’re still trying to responsibly get outside. We discuss some recent adventures we’ve been on in our local area and talk about tips from the outdoor industry to help everyone remain healthy and happy during these unprecedented times.
Links from the Episode: “Leave No Trace” Recommendations for Getting Outside During Covid-19: https://lnt.org/the-leave-no-trace-recommendations-for-getting-outside-amidst-covid-19/
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| 68th American Woman to Summit Mount Everest: Courtney Reardon | Part 2 | 17 Mar 2020 | 00:53:37 | |
Courtney Reardon made history when she became one of the few women in history who has climbed Mount Everest and survived. In parts 1 & 2 of her story, we discuss climbing Mount Everest from beginning to end, including:
It’s an awesome interview that you don’t want to miss!
Links from the Episode: Ted X Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sq6CIitNxjA Courtney’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtreardon/?hl=en
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| 68th American Woman to Summit Mount Everest: Courtney Reardon | Part 1 | 10 Mar 2020 | 01:06:55 | |
Courtney Reardon made history when she became one of the few women in history who has climbed Mount Everest and survived. In parts 1 & 2 of her story, we discuss climbing Mount Everest from beginning to end, including:
It’s an awesome interview that you don’t want to miss!
Links from the Episode: Ted X Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sq6CIitNxjA Courtney’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtreardon/?hl=en
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| Live to Climb and Travel the World, with Michael Matthews | 03 Mar 2020 | 00:59:18 | |
After active duty, Michael Matthews hit the road for what became a 30,000 mile back and forth trip across the U.S. and into Mexico, out of his beloved camper van called “The Mystery Machine.” Today, he is a seasoned rock climber and has climbed all over the world, including a multi-day climb that involved sleeping on a portaledge on El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. On this episode, we talk about his typical preparation for a climb, some of his hardest climbs and his scariest moment on a wall.
Links from the Episode: Michael’s Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/theofficialmysterymachine/?hl=en Climbers for Bat Conservation Website: https://www.climbersforbats.colostate.edu Climbers for Bat Conservation Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ClimbersForBatConservation/
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| Anthem of the Adventurer Podcast Host: Dan Zehner | 12 Jan 2021 | 00:57:05 | |
Dan Zehner is the host of the Anthem of the Adventurer podcast and is also an advocate for helping men discover more adventure in their lives. On today’s episode, we chat about what led him to create his own podcast, how men were specifically created for adventure and why both men and women need adventure in their lives. He touches on what whole-hearted masculinity and femininity are and also shares his best advice for husbands and fathers yearning to summon their own inner warrior. *LINK TO THE VIDEO OF THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE*
Links from the Episode: Anthem of the Adventurer Podcast Anthem of the Adventurer Website Anthem of the Adventurer Instagram Trans-Wisconsin Adventure Trail
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| NOW is the Time to Explore and Live Your Best Life, with Jenn Dellwo | 25 Feb 2020 | 00:47:58 | |
Jenn Dellwo is a writer, podcaster and storyteller, but is also a huge lover of nature and is always yearning to take on her next adventure, sometimes even at a moment’s notice. She has great insight on why it’s so important to get outside and experience everything that mother nature has to offer NOW, before it’s too late and the time has passed you by. On this episode, Jenn talks about her recent travels around Iceland in a camper van, exploring the mountains of northern Italy and her love for the American Southwest landscape and our National Parks. We also discuss where she discovered the “Disney World of Nature” and also where she experienced the proudest moment of her life, which not surprisingly happened in a National Park.
Links from the Episode: Jenn Dellwo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dellatheghost/?hl=en And The Winner Is Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/and-the-winner-is/id1419732318
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| Climbing Denali: The Highest Mountain in North America, with Harmony McCoy | 18 Feb 2020 | 01:08:35 | |
Harmony McCoy is a former Army Officer, turned outdoor enthusiast, mountaineer and nature lover. After active duty, she moved to Colorado and became obsessed with the outdoors and surrounded herself with like-minded people adventurous people. She was later introduced to “Veterans Expeditions” or VetEx; this incredible organization helps veterans overcome challenges associated with military service, through outdoor leadership and community. Harmony was then specially selected to attempt to climb Mt. Denali in Alaska. At just over 20,000 feet, it’s the highest mountain in North America. On this episode, we focus on her entire story of getting to Denali, climbing it and coming back down. From the preparation hikes, workouts and climbs she did months in advance, flying to base camp, climbing up and then back down, it was really an awesome opportunity to learn all about Denali 101. You’ll hear from Harmony directly as she talks about her experiences, favorite memories and lessons learned with climbing a mountain that some say, is harder than climbing Mount Everest…
Links from the Episode: Veterans Expeditions Website: https://www.vetexpeditions.com Veterans Expeditions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veterans_expeditions/
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| Obsessed with Fly Fishing and Raising Kids in the Outdoors, with Amber Toner | 11 Feb 2020 | 00:42:22 | |
Amber Toner runs The Bug Parade, a successful blog and Instagram account, where her and her husband show the world how a family can raise two boys, yet still make time to get in the outdoors and go fly fishing. One of the awesome advantages to being a fly fisherman is that trout need cold, fast moving water to survive. This type of environment is usually found in rivers and streams coming out of the mountains and is Amber’s bread and butter. Hailing from Calgary, Alberta and being located only about 90 minutes from Banff, she has quick access to some of the most pristine and downright beautiful scenery in North America. As a true master fisherman, she is also equally comfortable in saltwater and catching monster ocean fish on just a dry fly. Amber is committed to exposing her family to the outdoors and is eager to see more parents making that a priority in their lives. This episode is a fun conversation between two outdoor enthusiasts and one that every parent should hear.
Links from the Episode: Bug Parade Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/thebugparade/ Bug Parade Blog: https://www.thebugparade.com
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| Adventure Travel and #VanLife Blogger: Kristen Bor from Bearfoot Theory | 04 Feb 2020 | 01:17:15 | |
Kristen Bor is a nomadic entrepreneur who created an adventure travel blog in 2014 called Bearfoot Theory. This extremely popular and professional blog is synonymous with all things adventure, outdoor gear recommendations and Van Life. Kristen is highly regarded in the outdoor community and her articles and videos are full of valuable lessons and pro tips. Kristen also created the Open Roads Fest; a #VanLife festival packed with outdoor adventure, workshops and social events for the road trippin’ community.
Links from the Episode: Blog: https://bearfoottheory.com Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao1w-o4Z7NUMyUIAn2kjnw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bearfoottheory/
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| Lakes of Desolation and Yosemite, with Mike Mullen | 28 Jan 2020 | 00:49:10 | |
From 2013-2015, Mike Mullen photographed every lake in the Desolation Wilderness, which is the congressionally protected land that borders Lake Tahoe. Afterwards, he set out to capture all 167 names lakes in Yosemite National Park, which encompasses over 748,000 acres and is arguably some of the most beautiful scenery on God’s green earth! His instagram handles @lakesofdesolation and @lakesofyosmeite beautifully showcases his efforts and this episode is sure to inspire you for your next adventurous project.
Links from the Episode: Lakes of Desolation Website: http://www.lakesofdesolation.com Lakes of Desolation Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/lakesofdesolation/ Lakes of Yosemite Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/lakesofyosemite/ Mike Mullen Photography - Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pg/mikemullenphotography/posts/
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| Adventure For Vets, with Jay Hart | 21 Jan 2020 | 00:46:07 | |
Jay Hart is the founder of Adventure For Vets, a non-profit whose mission is “Changing Lives One Adventure at a Time.” PTSD can be a real problem for many coming back from combat deployments overseas, so Jay founded Adventure For Vets with the primary focus of taking veterans on exciting adventures in the outdoors. From climbing the cables on Half Dome in Yosemite National Park to riding motorcycles on mountain backroads, Adventure For Vets is changing lives one daring trip at a time.
Links from the Episode: Adventure For Vets Website: https://www.adventureforvets.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventure4vets/
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| Climbing Mount Everest and Completing the Seven Summits Challenge, with U.S. Air Force Pilot Rob Marshall | 14 Jan 2020 | 01:20:04 | |
Rob Marshall is a former Air Force Pilot and is no stranger to dangerous adventures. From 2005-2013, he led a small team of active duty Air Force personnel to complete the “Seven Summits Challenge” and became the first all-American military team to summit Mount Everest. We also talk about how he was held at gunpoint on his way to climb Mount Elbrus, some of his favorite places to travel and pro tips for others looking to get more involved with mountaineering. This is one episode you don't want to miss!
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| Top Five Episodes of 2019 + The Future of the Podcast for 2020 | 08 Jan 2020 | 00:17:34 | |
On this episode, host Rob Roy reveals the top 5 most downloaded episodes of 2019 and also discusses the future of the Adventure Bound Podcast for 2020.
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| Adventure Photography, with Max McClaskie | 31 Dec 2019 | 01:00:34 | |
From fly fishing, to snowboarding and hiking, Max McClaskie is always looking for his next chance to get outside. However, his real passion is adventure photography. Ever since he took a camera on a hike with him through the woods, he discovered that his love for the outdoors could be shared with others from the images he took. Listen in to learn all about why he finds the need to photograph natural landscapes, some of his favorite equipment and pro tips for others looking to do the same.
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| Life’s Too Short Not To Skydive (and BASE jump!), with Gregor Weeks | 25 Dec 2019 | 00:53:04 | |
Gregor Weeks is the epitome of a family man who makes no excuses for getting outdoors. With thousands of skydives to his name, several skydiving ratings under his belt and hundreds of base jumps, he is continually living a life full of adrenaline and adventure. Gregor has also completed several marathons, a triathlon, goes camping when he can with his family and plays ice hockey in his local men’s league. If you have a 9 to 5 and are looking to add more adventure in your life, then this episode is for you!
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| Recap of 2020 with Elly Roy + Exciting News for 2021! | 05 Jan 2021 | 00:30:20 | |
On this episode, I sit down with my beautiful bride Elly to talk about what 2020 looked like for our family, the top 5 most-listened to episodes of the Adventure Bound Podcast for 2020, my newly launched YouTube channel where a few videos went viral and the exciting new podcast that I’m launching in 2021. *LINK TO THE VIDEO OF THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE*
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| Testing Your Body’s Limits with USMC Artillery Officer and Ultramarathoner, Alex Emery | 17 Dec 2019 | 00:56:12 | |
Growing up in the Northeast, Alex Emery was exposed to the wilderness from a young age. After attending the U.S. Naval Academy and participating on an Alaska Mountaineering NOLS course, he became a Marine Corps Artillery Officer. Today, Alex can be found visiting National Parks with his family, running ultramarathons and continually trying to push his body to its limits (he’s currently training for a 100 mile race)! If you're looking for motivation on how to crush it in life, then this episode is for you!
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| Leadership Instructor, NOLS Graduate and Marine Corps Test Pilot: Ryan Curry | 11 Dec 2019 | 01:12:01 | |
Ryan Curry is a Marine Corps test pilot, who is often tasked with teaching leadership to both government organizations and private companies. His love for country, playing rugby and the outdoors shines through on this episode as we talk about why he chose to join the military, how he became a test pilot and why he got involved on a recent NOLS trip to the Wind River range in Wyoming. Ryan has a ton of wisdom on leadership and shares why being in the outdoors is critical for everyone listening.
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| 12 National Parks Before Our Son Turned 12 Months Old | Part Two | 03 Dec 2019 | 00:44:39 | |
I am joined again by my beautiful bride, Elly, for a special episode to discuss a recent mission of ours to visit and hike 12 U.S. National Parks with our son, before his 1st birthday. In just one year, my son has been to alpine lakes at 10,000 ft, seen wolves in Yellowstone, walked through giant Sequoia groves, been caught in a blizzard on Mount Rainier, biked next to alligators in the Everglades, been 2,000 ft below the rim of the Grand Canyon, snowshoed in Glacier and experienced everything in-between!
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| Leaving Everything Behind to Become a Full-Time Fishing Guide, with Jeff Bankowski | 27 Nov 2019 | 01:11:58 | |
Have you ever wondered what would happened if you left everything behind to pursue your passion? With just $1,000 in his pocket and no real plan, Jeff did just that. He left his hometown and drove over a thousand miles south to be able to fish on the water year-round. Ultimately, that led him to obtain his Captain’s license and now Jeff runs one of the best fishing outfits in Southwest Florida. Following your dreams is never easy, but Jeff proves that anything is possible when you put your mind to it.
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